Andrew Mueller
Sweetness and might
The German confectioner Haribo is more than a cute gummy bear. Behind the playful facade is a corporate powerhouse that aggressively defends its brand, takes rivals to court, and expands its global empire.
Asia
We put Burma's president Thein Sein under the sartorial spotlight. We also find out why Taiwan is making more babies and get the latest on the Malaysian elections
Oceania
Rebranding Fiji's regime, saving butterflies in Papua New Guinea, and the wonder of ore in Western Australia.
Future imperfect
Sichuan was one of China’s poorest provinces until investment from Beijing and abroad brought boom times to its capital. Chengdu and its ‘pambassadors’ went on a global sales offensive.
Europe
We get to grips with the Belgian PM's colourful sense of style. Plus a Q&A with European Commissioner Karel de Gucht and news from Lisbon and Liechtenstein.
Europe
The new leaders tasked with saving Eastern Europe from economic doom, the Swedish town that's delighted it's being dumped on, and why French holidaymakers might want to take out more travel insurance.
Asia
Why 2013 will be a year of economic and political uncertainty in Asia, and the politician Jakarta has high hopes for.
Oceania
Issues high on the agenda in Australia, including defence and security, plus the big elections coming up and contenders to watch.
Africa/Middle East
Saudi Arabia's highly educated women, the UN pulls out of Chad, and battles over the Nile.
